Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Morristown, NJ

A Geotechnical Engineer in the construction industry performs vital roles such as investigating the soil and rock layers of proposed construction sites, determining the suitability of the ground for the project, designing foundations, retaining walls, and other structural components, and managing risks associated with natural hazards like earthquakes and landslides. They conduct comprehensive ground investigations to ensure that the soil and rocks are strong enough to support structures like buildings, roads, bridges, dams, or tunnels. They also assess the risk of geological hazards and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the safety and stability of the project.

Important skills for a Geotechnical Engineer include strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of civil engineering principles. They should have a strong knowledge of geology, soil mechanics, and ground engineering. Relevant certifications may include a Professional Engineer (PE) license and Certified Geotechnical Engineer (CGE) credential. Prior to becoming a Geotechnical Engineer, an individual may have roles such as Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, or Soil and Plant Scientist, all of which provide valuable foundational knowledge and experience.

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Geotechnical Engineer

  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university....

Senior Geotechnical Engineer - South Plainfield, NJ

  • South Plainfield, NJ (15 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (15 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Qualifications 10+ years of progressive experience in the geotechnical engineering consulting industry. Professional Engineering license in New Jersey....

Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager

  • Springfield, NJ (10 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, NJ (10 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Engineering Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager Springfield, NJ Job Description Job ID#: 115223 Category: Engineering Job Type: Permanent Branch: Somerset Salary: $ 100000.00 - $ 150000.00...

Geotechnical Engineer

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

HAZWOPER certification (preferred) Experience with tools such as Nuclear Density Gauges, hand augers, and soil classification procedures Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Rocscience, GSLOPE, Microsoft...

Geotechnical Engineer

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9888978 Job Title: Geotechnical Engineer Company: FirstEnergy Location: Morristown, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than High School Experience: None Hours: Duration: Full Time, Regular...

Geotechnical Engineer

  • Somerset, NJ (19 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (19 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

What you will be bringing: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master’s degree with Geotechnical Engineering specialization preferred. PE/PG strongly preferred....

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required, Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering strongly preferred; 3+ years of related geotechnical experience in geotechnical...

Geotechnical Engineer Task Lead

  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

management....

Geotechnical Project Engineer

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

What We Prefer: Master's degree in Engineering 8 years relevant experience - Geotechnical Engineering Transportation Infrastructure experience Professional Engineer (PE) certification Additional Information...

Geotechnical Engineer - Entry Level

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Langan is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its collaborative team in Parsippany, NJ....

Senior Project Engineer - Geotechnical

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

What We Prefer: Master's degree in Engineering 10 years of relevant experience in Geotechnical Engineering Transportation Infrastructure experience Proficient in geotechnical analysis software Professional...

Civil-Geotechnical Engineer (Parsippany NJ - Remote/Hybrid)

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project). Strong and creative problem-solving ability....

Remote Work

Senior Geotechnical Engineer (PE)

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details: SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER (PE) New Jersey based engineering firm is proactively seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer....

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (16 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Experience with NYSDOT, and NJDOT Ability to lead/manage geotechnical engineering investigations Ability to perform construction inspection on foundation elements Experience with pile Analysis, Slope...

Staff Geotechnical Engineer 1

  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (6 miles from Morristown, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Minimum Skills and Requirements: B.S. or M.S. degree in engineering Civil Engineering or related field. 0 to 3 years of geotechnical engineering experience....

Demographic Data for Morristown, NJ

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Salary for Geotechnical Engineer Jobs in Morristown, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Geotechnical Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Geotechnical Engineers in Morristown, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.5%
High School or GED
24.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.7%
Master's Degree
15.0%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.4%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Geotechnical Engineers in Morristown, NJ
1-2 years
25.6%
4-6 years
21.6%
8-10 years
19.4%
10+ years
19.4%
None
9.1%
2-4 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.4%



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